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We serve a large part of the country due to excellent road and rail access; we’re are just 5 minutes from Junction 21, M1 motorway, 4 minutes from Fosse Retail Park, and 15 minutes from the Highcross Leicester Shopping Mall. Our clients travel from Nottingham, Derby, Coventry, Northampton, Birmingham, London and other areas to access our services

We are 3 minutes walk from Narborough Railway Station; even with the cost of travel by rail or road our fair pricing ensures treatments remain competitive even if you may have to travel some distance to reach us.

There is free parking outside the clinic. Please note the clinic is an annexe to a private residence and is discretely signed with only the clinicians plaque at the entrance.

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The PROBLEM

Symptoms of Fungal Nail varies between patients and can worsen and spread to other nails and individuals if left untreated. It can cause embarrassment and discomfort

Symptoms of Fungal Nail Infection:

Loose, lost or brittle/crumbly nails. White patches on nail bed.

Thickened distorted nails which can become painful.

Skin near nail can become flaky, inflamed and painful

Fungal nails cause many sufferers social anxiety and embarrassment.

Toenails and/or fingernails can be affected. Can spread to other nails / people (esp partners). Foot odour may be present / develop as well as peeling, scaling, itching and cracking (symptoms of athletes foot).

There may be no pain in the early stages of infection, but if left untreated this can develop as infection spreads to surrounding tissue which will prolong healing.

Causes of Fungal Nail infection:

Tight footwear with crowding toes.

Humid, moist work environment or active/sports person.

People with diabetes are at greater risk, as are those whose immune system is suppressed.

Pedicures/manicures – this is a high risk activity especially in salons where equipment is not single-use or sterilised between patients. Also shared nail polish can be a source of infection.

The PROBLEM

Symptoms of Fungal Nail varies between patients and can worsen and spread to other nails and individuals if left untreated. It can cause embarrassment and discomfort

Symptoms of Fungal Nail Infection:

Loose, lost or brittle/crumbly nails. White patches on nail bed.

Thickened distorted nails which can become painful.

Skin near nail can become flaky, inflamed and painful

Fungal nails cause many sufferers social anxiety and embarrassment.

Toenails and/or fingernails can be affected. Can spread to other nails / people (esp partners). Foot odour may be present / develop as well as peeling, scaling, itching and cracking (symptoms of athletes foot).

There may be no pain in the early stages of infection, but if left untreated this can develop as infection spreads to surrounding tissue which will prolong healing.

Causes of Fungal Nail infection:

Tight footwear with crowding toes.

Humid, moist work environment or active/sports person.

People with diabetes are at greater risk, as are those whose immune system is suppressed.

Pedicures/manicures – this is a high risk activity especially in salons where equipment is not single-use or sterilised between patients. Also shared nail polish can be a source of infection.

The SOLUTIONS

We use LUNULA Laser and CLEARANAIL Micro-penetration for Fungal Nails as the more widely used treatments are less effective and can have side-effects.

We believe Lunula and Clearanail provide the best treatments for fungal nail infection. Other treatments are available, these include the following.

Anti-fungal Tablets Need to take daily for six to twelve weeks. Side-effects cause concern for many and include liver damage. For this reason regular blood tests may be ensure liver isn’t being affected. Success varies from between 14% and 37% depending on drug.

Medicated Nail Liquids These are “paints” that need to be applied to the affected nails; may involve filing down the nail before each application. May need to apply for upto 52 weeks. Side-effects include – burning sensation in surrounding areas. Success rate is generally lowest of all treatments available and varies between 22% and 40% depending on the drug.

Thermal Laser (eg Fotona, Pinpointe, Genesis Plus, Nd:yag etc) We have considerable experience of the use of thermal laser to treat fungal nails and in fact have used this with great success in the past. The biggest problem with this traditional laser treatment option is the pain caused as a result of the heat they generate – often described as hot and needle like – this means treatment has to be stopped where the discomfort can no longer be tolerated by patients; treatment is curtailed and/or the course has to be extended with this treatment cost can increase. Cold laser as it names implies does not generate heat and is therefore 100% pain-free. Thermal laser can only be used to treat the affected nails unlike Lunula Cold laser that treats all nails on the affected hand/foot.

Tea Tree Oil. There is no clinical evidence to support use of tea tree oil as a treatment for fungal nails. As a profession its use is now avoided due to risk of skin irritation/sensitisation.

TREATMENTS OPTION 1: Lunula Cold Laser

Treatment is quick, painless and hassle-free – no drugs, needles or paints, just state-of-the-art technology and over 15 years of fungal nail experience!

As seen on ITV’s Good Morning. This revolutionary process uses 2 different laser beams – one to kill fungal infection and the other to boost the body’s immune system; this two pronged action produces improvements quicker than other treatments.

Clinical trials have shown a 95% clearance of the infection in just 2 treatments and 97% clearance at the end of the course.

Safest and most effective treatment available. No recovery time

Treatment is fast – a session lasts between 12 and 24 minutes. A course of laser treatment will take usually between 2 and 10 treatments long and are at intervals of between 3 and 7 day intervals depending on treatment option, severity and complexity of condition.

Kills nail fungus in as little as four PAIN-FREE 12-minute treatments.

Can be used to treat fungal nails in children (from 11 years). CRB Checked.

The treatment as minimal to no impact on lifestyle.

A course can involve as little as 2 treatments is required depending on severity of the condition.

Your nails will prepared by the Podiatrist prior to commencing laser treatment.

It is CRITICAL to have in place a proper foot health regime; A Specialist Treatment Pack and information will be provided prior to commencement of laser treatment, to ensure successful treatment and to prevent re-infection. Our products are not readily available from supermarkets or pharmacies and have been clinically tested for effectiveness.

Free consultation lasts between 30-45 minutes and allows our chiropodist to carry out an assessment of the condition, gather history and recommend a suitable treatment plan. Appointments for treatment take between 30-45 mins. Check-ups up-to 30 mins. You are not obliged to have treatment and you will not incur any charges for the consultation.

Although the infection will have been treated by the end of the course, improvements in appearance of the nail will only be seen as the damaged part of the nail is replaced by healthy, fungus-free nail. As nail growth can be very slow (0.5mm per month), this can take time; however the laser can increase the rate of growth of the nail which can mean that improvements in nail appearance can be observed sooner.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

COST

Nail Test For Fungal Infection (Guys Hospital)

£60

Post-Treatment Check – Photo Assessment Only

FREE

Post-Treatment Check – Appointment

£20

Post-Treatment Check – Appointment + Nail Tidy

£35

Booster Laser Treatment – One hand / foot

£35

Booster Laser Treatment – Both hands / feet

£55

Klenz Shoe Sanitisation

£5 / pair

As the severity of the condition can vary from one patient to the next, we provide a FREE consultation with a registered Chiropodist/Podiatrist when assessment, treatment options, costs etc can be discussed.

We do not ask for advance or lump sum payment and are happy to accept payment after each appointment to help spread cost of treatment.

After the FREE consultation you are NOT obliged to have treatment (although 95% of patients do proceed to treatment).

TREATMENT OPTION 2: Clearanail

Clearanail is a breakthrough in the treatment of fungal nails providing a painless, safe, fast and cost-effective treatment for onychomycosis.

Clearanail is the latest treatment for fungal nail; ideal when only for one or two nails (big toe/finger nails) are infected. It offers excellent value for all levels of infection.

Safe, virtually-painless and fast. The most effective treatment available. No recovery time.

Free consultation lasts between 30-45 minutes and allows our chiropodist to carry out an assessment of the condition, gather history and recommend a suitable treatment plan. Appointments for treatment take between 30-45 mins. Check-ups last up-to 30 mins.

Improvements in the appearance of the nail can be seen as the damaged part of the nail is replaced by healthy, fungus-free nail; these improvements can be seen in as little as 2 weeks.

Excellent value where only limited nails are affected.

The process is as follows: After initial assessment and diagnosis, the nails will be prepared for treatment, this may include thinning down the nail. Between 25 and 40 holes will then be produced using the Clearanail device. You will be given the topical solution to apply daily until the review appointment. At the review appointment the nail will be further examined, and the process repeated (if required). A final review appointment is made at week 16 when the patient is usually discharged. Please note treatment costs cover the 16 week treatment (see tables below)

It is CRITICAL to have in place a proper foot health regime; A Specialist Treatment Pack and information will be provided prior to commencement of the treatment, to ensure successful treatment and to prevent re-infection. Our products are not readily available from supermarkets or pharmacies and have been clinically tested for effectiveness.

You are not obliged to have treatment and you will not incur any charges for the consultation.

How much will Clearanail Treatment cost?

DESCRIPTION

COST

One Nail

£200

Two Nails

£275

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8 Week Check Up

£35**

16 Week Check Up

Free

** ONLY chargeable if a 2nd treatment is necessary; otherwise this is FREE.

As the severity of the condition can vary from one patient to the next, we provide a FREE consultation with a registered Chiropodist/Podiatrist when assessment, treatment options, costs etc can be discussed.

We do not ask for advance or lump sum payment and are happy to accept payment after each appointment to help spread cost of treatment.

Pictures say more than words ever could – see some of our success stories, (in some cases life changing), in these before and after images of verruca removal treatment

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Have your fungal nails assessed and any questions answered FREE of charge by an expert Chiropodist with over 17 years experience.

Limited appointments are available from Monday to Friday 9.30 to 6.30 so reserve your space now!

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Use the contact form to request a follow-up appointment, pose a question, request a callback or anything else.

SEND A PIC! Hit the “CHOOSE FILE” button to send us an image of your problem and we’ll give you feedback. It’s even easier on your smartphone or tablet; snap a pic, ping it to us – easy – try it now! We’ll get back to you pronto :)